Wanted to come share my 3 months min and fin progress, shedding started very fast during first month but now im very happy to see some progress. Still long way to go tho.. Progress Pictures 8/18/2026
The user shared progress pictures after three months of using Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, noting initial shedding but eventual improvement. Another user commented that finasteride is very effective.
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